Wexford Open Studio Art Trail provides an
opportunity to experience, first hand, the
creative process at its source and talk directly
to the artists about their work in their studios.
If you are interested in pottery, paintings,
ceramics or sculpture, you are sure to find
something of interest or just enjoy the
experience of visiting one of these delightful
studios.

OPENING TIMESVisitors are welcome to visit the studios
throughout the year but please bear in mind
that these are working studios and the artists
are often involved in preparing for exhibitions
or out painting on location. To avoid
dissappointment and to get the most out of
your visit it is advisable to telephone or text in
the first instance.

EXHIBITIONS, EVENTS, OPEN STUDIOS,COURSES AND WORKSHOPS

In addition to opening their studios to the public the artists featured here exhibit their work at various events throughout the year from art societies and festivals to educational projects. They are involved in both one-man and mixed exhibitions with galleries and are called upon to give talks and demonstrations of their work. Some conduct workshops and run courses in their visual art or creative speciality.

If you are a member of an art group or other social group and you would like one of these artists to visit and give a talk for a small fee they would be pleased to hear from you. Art is in the making - make the most of it!

My work is focused on life, from childhood to old age and everything in between - our dreams, our wishes, our fears. Then we grow up and all we have to do is close our eyes and we are straight back there. This is the emotion I am intent on capturing, I don't wish to dictate through my work, I simply want to express an emotion which can be interpreted differently by everyone. We all have our own story which I believe influences how we see things.

Coolteige, Bree, Enniscorthy, Co Wexford.4km after Oylgate turn left for Bree. Continue for 1.5km to end of road. Turn left at 'T' junction and immediate right for Bree. Studio is 1.5km on left hand side, dark grey painted walls. GPS: 52.45073795,-6.59035116

Born in Dublin, I attended NCAD and spent 6 years studying and working in France. I paint full-time and teach from my studio. I paint out of an essential need. Apart from a sense of fulfillment, I want to communicate a thought or inspiration whether it is the simple joy of reflected light or more complex feelings which stem from a more emotional response.

Brimel Cottage, Gardamus Great, Mayglass, Co. Wexford.Take the R730 southbound out of Wexford Town. Turn right at junction with sign for Murntown. Continue 8.5kms straight past Johnstown Castle and through Murntown. Immediately after Sleeda Farm take a left and studio is at second house on left after 1.4kms. GPS: 52.262117,-6.537638

I work in both oil and watercolour over a wide range
of subject matter though my main focus is the
landscape. My paintings are in the impressionist manner
and reflect my love of colour and the play of light. My
work has been exhibited widely throughout Europe in
both one-man and mixed exhibitions and I am a
member of several established Art Societies.

The Old Mill, Castlebridge, WexfordTake the R741 out of Wexford by crossing the large bridge in the
town. Follow the road into Castlebridge and the studio is in the
old mill on the left side by the big millwheel before you exit the
village. My studio is in the corner beside Ballyelland Pottery GPS: 52.383615,-6.449625

Living all her life by the sea, her studio overlooking
Rosslare, Jane draws inspiration from her surroundings
and love of being outdoors.
Painting en plein air lets me respond to the light, time of
day or season. I react to the elements, my mood and
situations in life allowing them to flow naturally resulting
in an honest interpretation of the scene before me.

Sandymount Cottage & Studio, Cliff Road,Rosslare Strand, County WexfordTake R740 off the N25 and follow signs for Rosslare Strand. At the seafront, turn right and continue until the road turns sharp right. At this point go straight on down a narrow road with the sea on your left. The studio is the last house. GPS: 52.267345,-6.382614

Dublin born Eithne Ryan has been a working artist for over
twenty years and although having studied briefly at the National
College of Art in Dublin, she considers herself self taught.
Working from her studio by the sea at Cahore for thirty years
has had a major influence on her paintings. She has had many solo
shows in Ireland and abroad and her work is in many public and
private collections.

Seaview Cahore, Ballygarrett, Gorey, County WexfordOn entering Ballygarrett take the road opposite the Schooner
Pub in the direction of Cahore and after a short distance along
this road take the first right. The studio is a little way down this
road on the right. GPS: 52.567616,-6.21536

Capturing silhouettes against the sky Mairead looks into the light and follows the movement, allows the colour to play on the surface detail and she frames a moment of time and beauty, in clay. Windswept beaches with wildflowers and solitary trees, or structures created by communities with white-washed walls and an inviting door or a gathering of goddesses with free flowing gowns and sense of beauty and grace. Happy, hopeful and human works.

Ballyelland Pottery, The Old Mill, Castlebridge, Wexford.

Take the R741 out of Wexford by crossing the main bridge in the
town and continue on this road. On entering Castlebridge
continue through the village and the studio/pottery can be found
on the left by the big millwheel and beside Studio Tomás King. GPS: 52.383733,-6.4496